QNAP TS-h987XU-RP 9-Bay NAS Enclosure

Overview

The QNAP TS-H987XU-RP-E2334-16G-US is a rack mount NAS enclosure designed to deliver enterprise-level storage performance for businesses requiring fast and reliable shared data access. Powered by a 3.4 GHz Intel Xeon E 2334 quad-core processor and supporting up to 128 GB of DDR4 ECC memory, it handles demanding multi-user workloads, virtual machines, and backup tasks with ease. Its nine drive bays offer a flexible combination of four SATA III bays for high-capacity storage and five hybrid U.2 PCIe or SATA bays for high-speed NVMe SSDs, making it suitable for a variety of storage needs.

Key features

• High-performance Intel Xeon processor that ensures smooth operation of file services and virtualization tasks
• Support for up to 128 GB of ECC memory to maintain data integrity and handle intensive workloads securely
• Flexible storage configuration with nine bays, allowing a mix of large-capacity HDDs and fast NVMe SSDs for optimized performance
• Dual 10 GbE and dual 2.5 GbE network ports with link aggregation and failover to maximize network throughput and reliability
• QuTS hero operating system built on ZFS, providing advanced data protection features like inline deduplication, compression, and snapshots without additional licensing
• Expandable with a PCIe 4.0 slot for future upgrades such as faster network cards or additional storage controllers

Key specs

• Processor: Intel Xeon E 2334 quad-core 3.4 GHz
• Memory: Up to 128 GB DDR4 ECC
• Drive bays: 9 total (4 SATA III, 5 hybrid U.2 PCIe or SATA)
• Network ports: 2 x 10 GbE, 2 x 2.5 GbE
• Expansion slot: 1 x PCIe 4.0
• Operating system: QuTS hero based on ZFS

Connectivity and compatibility

This NAS enclosure offers versatile networking options to fit into high-speed environments. The dual 10 GbE ports support fast data transfers for demanding applications, while the dual 2.5 GbE ports provide additional connectivity options for less intensive tasks or network segmentation. Link aggregation and failover capabilities ensure continuous access and improved bandwidth. The PCIe 4.0 slot allows for future-proofing by adding faster network adapters or storage expansion cards as needed.

Ideal uses and environments

The TS-H987XU-RP is well suited to environments such as media production studios, surveillance command centers, and virtualization clusters where fast access to large files and reliable data protection are critical. Creative teams benefit from near-local speed when working with large media files, while IT professionals can leverage snapshot scheduling and real-time replication to safeguard data across multiple locations. Its robust design and flexible storage options make it a strong choice for offices that require a dependable central storage solution.